Core · Bodyweight

Quadruped Plank Hold

Hover on all fours, hold it, brace like a board.

Quadruped Plank Hold exercise demonstration
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How to do it

  1. Start on hands and knees with hands under shoulders and knees under hips.
  2. Tuck your toes and lift your knees an inch off the floor.
  3. Brace your core and flatten your back.
  4. Hold the hover steady for the set time.

The one cue that matters

Keep your back flat and knees low, do not let your hips pike up.

Muscles worked

The Quadruped Plank Hold isolates the Core — no passengers. That makes it a clean tool for adding targeted core volume without extra fatigue.

FAQ

What muscles does the Quadruped Plank Hold work?

The Quadruped Plank Hold primarily works the Core.

How long should I hold it?

Start with sets you can hold with perfect position, even if short. Add a few seconds each session; quality beats clock-watching.

How many sets and reps of Quadruped Plank Hold?

For most lifters 3 to 4 working sets. Pick the rep range that fits your goal and progress the load when the top of the range feels owned.

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